Being hit by a car can result in serious injuries for a pedestrian, and may lead to months or even years of recovery. In the most severe circumstances, you may be left with life-changing injuries or a permanent disability that requires you to adapt your home, vehicle or lifestyle to accommodate your new condition. It's important to understand in these cases that you will often have the legal right to make a pedestrian accident compensation claim where the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, which can be one way to pursue justice after a road traffic accident that wasn’t your fault.

Can a cat inherit millions? In her latest 'Probate and Pop Culture' blog, Kelsey Jones discusses what happens when a person wants to leave their estate to their pet.

Switalskis has made three director promotions as it continues to invest in its people and build its presence as a national law firm from a strong Yorkshire base.

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming – particularly when unfamiliar legal terms begin to surface. One of the most important (and often misunderstood) parts of the conveyancing process is “searches”. In this guide, we explain what property searches are, why they matter, and what you can expect as a first-time buyer.

Serious concerns have been raised about patient safety and standards of care at Broomfield Hospital, following a series of critical findings and ongoing scrutiny from regulators and public bodies.

At such a critical time, it’s easy to feel that decisions are being made about families, rather than with them. This is where a Family Group Conference (FGC) can make a real difference.

At Switalskis, we support individuals and families affected by brain injury in many different ways. Some injuries occur at birth, others later in life through accidents, illness or stroke. While every situation is different, the long-term impact is something many people share.

I am pleased to share Switalskis Gender Pay Gap Report 2025, reinforcing our commitment to fairness and transparency in the workplace.